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Clothes Moth
Size: 3/8"
Color: Beige
Infestation: Organic fabric
Color: Beige
Infestation: Organic fabric
Clothes Moth Control
The term “clothes moth” is associated with the webbing clothes moth, casemaking clothes moth, and carpet moth. Generally, clothes moths are smaller in size compared to their relatives. While most moths can be seen flying around lights at night, clothes moths prefer the dark. They can usually be found in closet, attics and other dark areas. Many people believe the clothes moths itself are the ones who devour the fabrics but they are poorly mistaken. Adult clothes moths are unable to feed. Their larvae are the source of the fabric damages. Some of their favorite “meals” around the house are clothing, carpets, upholstery fabrics, blankets, wool products and silk products. Clothes moth larvae are also known to damage other products such as linen, synthetic fibers, cotton and paper. In addition, they especially like to feed on fabrics that have been stained with food, beverages, body oils, sweat, or even urine. They are attracted to these stains for a reason. Clothes moth larvae cannot survive eating “clean” wool because they require nourishment found in body oils.
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How to Get Rid of Clothes Moths
Holes on clothing are the obvious signs of a clothes moth infestation. Preventative measures should always be practiced. Once a hole is made the damage is done and may not be repairable. These prevention methods include sanitation and insecticide measures. The process of sanitation includes vacuuming, airing, dusting and even dry cleaning (when need be).
Clothes Moth Treatments
Spray pesticides, for instance Demand CS, Suspend SC and Perma Dust are great for spot treatments. Some insecticides require dilution with water and are applied using a hand sprayer. Areas of major infestation should be concentrated upon. Most exterminators prefer applying a residual insecticide (such as Suspend SC) to all suitable areas and then follow up with a non residual insecticide (such as CB 80 Extra) for absolute control. This dual method approach is especially appropriate when damages are extensive. It is recommended to reapply treatments as needed to assure the total clothes moth control.
Clothes Moth Traps
Trapping is one of the most common ways to control a clothes moth infestation, not to mention one of the easiest ways. Pheromone traps are available and work great against clothes moths. Pheromone traps are recommended for any size clothes moth infestation. Simply place the trap(s) in a closet and any other areas where clothes and fabrics are stored. Not only does trapping allow you to detect the presence of an infestation but also provides great control.
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Q. What is a version of infestation of clothes moths. Is it just the presence of moths in the house or is it a great and considerable amount of moth mostly all over the house?
I may see maybe one or two moths a day on an average of 2 or 3 times in a week for maybe two weeks. I kill the ones I see. Two weeks later I'll see some more in that same exact pattern I just explained. This has been going on since August. Up until now I have not seen any places that show their damage. Is that an infestation? I came in tonight and saw one on my bedroom wall. I sprayed it with raid insecticide. It fell behind the bed. I moved the bed to see if I killed it I didn't see it. I did see one at the foot of my bed on the box spring. I killed it. While using a flashlight and just scrolling under my bed looking for it, I noticed the netting on my box spring has a snagged hole in it the size of a small lemon. In Sept. I lifted up my bed to see if the source was there and the netting had not been touched. No one or nothing has been under my bed to make a snag. During the months of Sept. & Oct. I was experiencing maggot forms crawling on the walls in my bedroom. I killed those. Maybe about 10 or 15 in that time span. I did see one in Nov. I killed it. I haven't seen any since. I have no one to help me lift up my bed. It is 3:15am Chicago time. I don't feel comfortable sleeping in my bed for imagining maybe a maggot crawling on me. Would this be called an infestation?
A. If you are seeing the larva stage of the clothes moths and you are killing them at the rate described, unfortunately, it sounds like a pretty bad infestation. We are unable to identify the pest properly though and so we won't be able to tell you if it is a clothes moth infestation. Clothes moths are usually attracted to fabrics that are animal based like wool, furs, or even feathered materials. You may need to have a professional go and inspect your home so you can correctly identify the pest. Once the pest is identified, we will surely be able to help you get rid of them. If you have any other questions or comments, please don't hesitate to contact us again.
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